We've been going to Sugar for 14 years. And yes, the new owners have kept the classic cupcakes and…read morecookies. Go early, order ahead, and skip the weekend rush. Our go-to sweets are the chocolate chip cookie, double chocolate cookie, and the almond cupcake. All delicious.

I learned about this gem on my last day of visiting Charleston and I'm so glad I stopped in. We got…read morethere as they were opening right at 10 o'clock and we were the first customers. The shop is super cute inside. And it smelled absolutely delicious. I love the way that they had everything laid out for you to see. And the ladies that worked there were very sweet and answered any questions that we had. I like that when you start to tell them what you want they have a cake plate that they put your items on and then they'll box it up at the end. It just had a really special feel to the service of how they treat you there. Now let's get into the sweet treats. I bought a chocolate chip cookie, a oatmeal raisin cookie and a ginger molasses cookie. They were all delicious, but that oatmeal raisin cookie was amazing. I also got too many cupcakes. I did the vanilla blueberry and the honey. Both were very good. And I got a pecan brownie. I loved the pecan brownie! My only problem with the brownie is that it's so small. I would love for them to make them bigger for the price, but absolutely delicious. I love that none of the sweets tasted too sweet. They were perfectly balanced. I recommend checking out the spot. It will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth.

Fun place to grab a dessert. Nice bar area, tables and pastry counter. Went with the iced decaf…read moreamericano, wifey got the hot version. Plenty of choice in the pastry display. Decided on key lime pie, just the right size for two to split. Sat at the high top and did some people watching as we enjoyed dessert. Fun time. Highly recommended without any reservations. Would definitely return in an instant.

Carmella's was such a cute spot and definitely worth stopping by if you have a sweet tooth. ordered…read morethe cannoli cake and it was phenomenal. However, I also got an iced vanilla latte and it was not great, which was a bit disappointing. I would definitely recommend trying their desserts, but I would probably skip the coffee

This bakery is an absolute gem! The staff was very welcoming, pastries were delicious, and had a…read morecharming seating area. We stopped by around 10:00 a.m. on a Sunday and waited about 30 minutes to order, but the time flew by thanks to the friendly staff, who even offered free samples while everyone was in line. Everything looked so good that we wanted to order one of each, and after tasting everything, we still can't choose a favorite, as it was all incredible! We're already looking forward to coming back, especially to check out their happy hour.

Weltons Tiny Bakeshop finished in the top five for a James Beard award for best bakery in the U.S…read more The name fits as it is in a truly small building however the staff are friendly and the line moves quickly. They do not rush you and help describe the various goodies on display. We were like kids in a candy shop wanting one of everything. While you wait in line, they offer free samples to get you excited about the wonderfulness within. Now I am sharing a lot of photos, but I did not try everything. We were visiting my mother-in-law in the hospital, so we shared with her and visiting family, I will talk about the ones I did try. The chocolate croissant was textbook with a shine on the pastry itself and loads of thin crispy layers and just the right amount of dark chocolate. The Weltons Honey Pie was one of their signature items that they traveled to South America to learn how to make. It reminded me of a light honey flavored cheesecake but denser. The dark chocolate chip cookie will live on in my dreams! Plenty of dark chocolate chips in a thick lightly chewy cookie and sprinkle with sea salt. Oh my! I could eat a dozen easy! Switching to savory we tried the Hot Honey croissant with Soppressata , ricotta and hot honey. Like all their croissants it was super crispy and flaky and reminded me of an Italian sandwich. A great choice if you aren't wanting sweet. But for my wife and I our favorite was the blueberry kolache. Loaded with blueberries and a brown sugar cornmeal crumb it simple melted in our mouths. I have been told their coffee is amazing and the other pictured goodies got rave reviews from my family members. If you have a Charleston food bucket list add this place immediately!

My husband, his parents, and I went to Kaminsky's at around 8:30ish on a weeknight for a sweet…read moretreat. It's a super small establishment with a few tables and some bar seating. Luckily, we were able to be seated immediately but it was very close quarters with surrounding tables. The menu is vast with different dessert options. If you want to know what cakes are available, you should check out the display stand right when you enter. Since we were there 2.5 hours before closing, there didn't seem to be a lot of cake options available, but my husband and I decided to share a slice of the s'mores cake with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream to make it à la mode. The s'mores cake was a chocolate cake with mini marshmallows, chocolate fudge, graham crackers, and more marshmallows. The cake was good and had everything I could ever want in it, but it was a little dry. I think this also had to do with it being the end of the night. The ice cream complemented the flavor well. It would have been better with a second scoop of ice cream though. Service was great! It took about 10 minutes from when we ordered to get our dessert. I would probably come back here again, but not so late at night so there would be fresher cake with more options available.

We gave Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe a second try, but unfortunately they couldn't redeem themselves. On…read moreboth visits, service was lacking. We waited about 5 to 10 minutes to be acknowledged while two employees stood nearby. The two layer chocolate caramel pecan cake, which our waitress initially could not find, was dry and tasted stale. I would not order it again. The Tollhouse pie was a bit better, but the presentation and the whipped cream were the standouts, and the whipped cream wasn't even homemade! That's the best thing I could say about our experience. The food, pricing, service, and ambiance all fell below average. When you are located downtown with so many great dessert options around, you really need to step up your game. We will not be returning.

We just stumbled into Bakehouse in Charleston and were pleasantly surprised. The staff was very…read morefriendly, and the atmosphere felt welcoming right away. My husband and I only grabbed coffee, but it was very good. The coffee was smooth and flavorful, and I love when places take the extra step to decorate the top of a latte -- even when it's in a to-go cup. It's such a small detail, but it makes it feel special. The pastries and baked goods looked delicious, but we weren't hungry enough to try anything this time. We'll definitely have to go back for that. The only downside was that the interior could use some updating. The booth seats were torn and ripped, and when I see that, I can't help but wonder what else might not be fully maintained. A refresh would really elevate the overall experience. There is one small chair outside where you can sit with your pup, which is a nice little touch. Overall, great coffee and friendly service -- worth stopping in!

I like this homey place. It's got a coffeehouse vibe, with old comfy chairs and a bohemian library…read morelook. It's all self service, paper and plastic, but the staff are very friendly and accommodating. The baked goods we sampled were delicious. We sampled their spinach and cheese quiche and raspberry scone. Just what we wanted.

Christophe is my go to for chocolate and treats. My niece dreams of having Christophe's chocolate…read moreshoe. There will be a day where she gets that glass slipper. For now, she will get her small chocolate lollipop. Christophe is my go to for delicious chocolate that is locally made and truly a work of art. Not only can people enjoy good chocolate, but they can enjoy macarons, pastries, coffee and more.

This place is a true hidden gem. They specialize in chocolates, pastries and macarons. I…read morestopped in everyday during my visit and was always greeted with tons of warmth and recommendations. I literally had the best almond croissant of my life! The chocolates were also mind blowing! They look stunning and taste even more amazing. There are even a few unusual flavored chocolates like bleu cheese (don't knock it until you try it)!! You can also order their hot chocolate/coffee drink and won't be disappointed!! Prices run on the high end here, but as a tip, stop in during their "happy hour" which I believe is a two hour window where chocolates are buy one get one free. It's cute inside but even cuter on their back patio area which showcases a fun European style painted wall. I can't wait to return!

I had to run an errand in West Ashley today, but I stopped by for a few cookies after finding this…read moreplace on Yelp! It was absolutely adorable inside, and the team members helping me were so friendly! I have a bit of an obsession with cookies, and I left with about 6 of them to try. My absolute favorite was the PB&J cookie I tried...I had to eat it all in one sitting. It didn't stand a chance! My husband and toddler loved the chocolate chip cookie as well. The shop has an adorable little loft upstairs where you can play card games or Jenga and just relax while you snack. I didn't try anything but cookies today, but I'd come back again! Thank you for a great experience!

I had wanted to check out Annie O Love Cafe of Sweet Abundance in West Ashley for a while. We…read moremanaged to do that yesterday. They have ample parking outside, cool vibe decor inside with lots of wall art. The staff were very helpful considering it was our first time & I didn't realize it was also a Vegan cafe along with being Gluten Free. I was kinda lost with the rather large menu. We settled on a coffee with Oat milk & a Tofu based spicy sandwich with avocado. It was good and I'm glad I gave this style of food a try. However it's not for me. In saying that what a fabulous restaurant for people who are vegan and or gluten free. You have tons of options here and should definitely check it out.

A review posted in honor of the experience one of my friends had this past week -…read more My husband and I came to Charleston specifically for the food, and out of all the amazing meals we had, Miller's All Day was hands down our favorite. We came for breakfast and started with the banana bread with Nutella cream cheese -- absolutely incredible. We also split the cornmeal pancakes, which were so good we came back the next morning just to have them again. I ordered the B.E.C. with the home fries, and I can honestly say they may have been the best potatoes I've ever had in any form. Perfectly crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and they practically melted in my mouth. My husband had the turkey club and said it was fantastic as well. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and memorable. We loved it so much we went back the very next day. 10/10 -- highly recommend if you're visiting Charleston!

We came here on a weekday afternoon and there was already a 15-minute wait to be seated…read more We ordered the chicken and waffle salad, the grits, the pimento cheese and crackers and the avocado toast. Everything was pretty standard and there was not something that we absolutely loved. The grits were a heavier dish while the avocado on the toast was more like a spread. The chicken and waffle salad had waffle "croutons" but it kind of just tasted like an older waffle dried up. The chicken in the salad was a little thicker than it should have been. The pimento cheese and crackers were very tasty. The ambiance is fast casual and it is very hush there. Our server Hamilton was very kind and helpful.